Chances are, everybody has walked on it – probably even today. Maybe it was at the supermarket, at the garden store, or at the corner deli? Maybe it was on the neighbors’ patio out back, or at the train stop on your way to work? Regardless, Quarry Tile is everywhere, but few people even notice. [...]
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This Train Stops at Style Station – Subway Tile is one of the Year’s Hottest Trends
December 22, 2011
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For many city-dwellers, the daily subway ride isn’t always a scenic vacation. But a brief look at the walls of many subway stops reveals some of the most iconic tile work of the 20thcentury. The instantly recognizable “Subway Tile” look was pioneered in New York train tunnels in the early 1900’s, and today it’s one [...]
Classic Collections: Timeless Flooring Options for Traditional Homes
November 9, 2011
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Let’s face it; classic looks never go out of style, especially when it comes to home décor. Traditional colors and materials, historic furniture, hand-made cabinetry and beautiful artwork can all combine to create a timeless sense of sophistication and class. Fine flooring is an essential factor in achieving the traditional look, but with the wide [...]
Contemporary Collections: Stylish Floors for Modern Homes
November 8, 2011
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Clean lines, stark colors, and exotic materials are just a few of the hallmarks of modern décor, but finding the floor to match that contemporary dream design can be difficult. Most major flooring manufacturers offer such a wide variety products and styles that the average homeowner could spend weeks sifting through countless catalogs in search [...]
Why Choose Tile? Ceramic & Porcelain Tile Flooring Offers Beauty, Durability & Style
October 31, 2011
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Earth, water and fire – these aren’t simply the elemental forces of nature, or a cool 70’s funk band, they’re the three key components of ceramic and porcelain tile. These fundamental ingredients combine to create some of the most durable, beautiful, economical and efficient flooring materials available. So, why should you use tile? Let’s explore [...]





December 23, 2011
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